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"Fingerprint Mini-Mosaic" by Laura,
TheScrabbleGal
 This
is a project I love teaching, because it's easy, fun and great for
kids! We're going to make a fingerprint mini-mosaic using Scrabble
tiles. All you need are some old Scrabble tiles, an ink pad and a
little bit of white primer or paint.
Step 1: Set aside the tiles you're going to need to spell out
the words "Hand Print"
Step 2: Take 11 tiles (any letters will do) and prime the
non-letter side so they are completely white. Add a second coat if
necessary, and allow to dry completely.
Step 3: Using your old ink pad (be sure to use non-toxic ink) –
one finger at a time, cover your fingertip in ink and press your
fingertip on the white side of your tile to create a black-on-white
fingerprint. Be sure to use one finger per tile. However, in the
finished example, I've used two tiles for my right thumb. Also, I
recommend practicing on a scrap piece of paper first, because getting
just the right amount of ink can be a bit tricky. : )
Step 4: Arrange your tiles like the example above.
Step 5: From here, you can do a whole bunch of things – you can
transform this into a refrigerator magnet, create a tiled-mosaic, or
transform this into wall-art that can be framed and hanged – great for
kids' rooms. (I teach each of these techniques in detail in my
tutorials, as well as how to use recycled papers instead of paint.)
But there's no reason to stop there. I've had a few Moms tell me that
they've done a "baby's first prints" scrapbook project using this
idea. The options are endless.
Happy crafting!
Laura :)
TheScrabbleGal
Laura, TheScrabbleGal started creating
handmade jewelry and crafts from recycled Scrabble tiles while in
College. She now offers an entire line of E-Book tutorials on how to
make Scrabble jewelry with decorative papers, custom photos and even a
brand new Scrabble in Style E-Book filled with 77 Scrabble tile craft
projects! All of these ideas are available on my website
The Scrabble Gal
or her Etsy shop at
http://thescrabblegal.etsy.com
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